An unknown number of FN-49's were produced as selective fire automatic rifles, but the small 10 round box magazine limited the usefulness of the fully automatic feature. The FN-49 found itself in direct competition with a number of more modern rifles such as the Heckler & Koch G3 and Fabrique Nationale de Herstal 's own FN FAL, resulting in. In 1889, Fabrique Nationale (or FN) was founded by a group of Belgian investors for the purpose of manufacturing Mauser rifles for Belgian army. This was to be accomplished under the license from Mauser, with technical assistance of Ludwig Loewe of Berlin. Many military reports list the FN-49 rifle as both more reliable and more accurate than the US made M1 Garand rifle. A majority of the SAFN 1949 rifles were manufactured in 7.62x63mm caliber for the armies of Belgium, the Belgian Congo, Luxembourg, Indonesia, Colombia, and Brazil (rifles were ordered by Brazilian Navy, in 1954, and are marked.
FNS Family of Pistols
FN Service Bulletin: FNS Family of Pistols
Fn 49 Rifle Serial Numbers Chart
FN recently became aware of a condition found within the FNS family of pistols that, under a very limited and unlikely set of circumstances, could cause the pistol to delay fire after the trigger is initially pulled. This condition can only be replicated in FNS pistols manufactured before February 12, 2017.
An unknown number of FN-49's were produced as selective fire automatic rifles, but the small 10 round box magazine limited the usefulness of the fully automatic feature. The FN-49 found itself in direct competition with a number of more modern rifles such as the Heckler & Koch G3 and Fabrique Nationale de Herstal 's own FN FAL, resulting in. Paco's rifle #09 is likely one of the nine rifles that were (according to one FN document) assembled by FN from spare parts in the period between 1961 and 1970. Other rifles in this series (that are covered in Chapter 18) include rifle serial numbers 01, 07, B10, and 23. Not all FNS serial numbers are affected by this condition. Therefore, FNS owners are asked to please use the serial number lookup found below. If the pistol is affected, further instruction on returning the FNS for service will be provided. Note: Please do not ship any affected product to FN until a FedEx label has been generated and sent.
To our knowledge, this delayed-fire condition has only occurred in controlled testing environments; FN has not received any reports of delayed fire in the field under these unusual circumstances.
The condition may result after the FNS pistol slide is forced out of battery at a very small and specific distance, such as what might occur if the muzzle end of the slide is pressed against an object, and the trigger is pulled. The pistol functions as designed and does not fire. However, if the condition occurs, one of two scenarios may result: (1) if the trigger is held to the rear, the pistol could delay firing until the time when the slide moves back into battery, or (2) if force is removed from the trigger and the slide moves back into battery, the pistol could fire if jarred. In the unlikely event that scenario (2) occurs, keep the pistol pointed in a safe direction and rack the slide to the rear to reset the pistol. Avoid a “tap, rack, bang” clearing sequence.
While this condition is highly unlikely to occur in the normal course of operation, out of an abundance of caution FN is offering to substitute the striker in affected FNS-9, FNS-9 Longslide, FNS‑9 Compact, FNS-40, FNS-40 Longslide, and FNS-40 Compact pistols free of charge. Once the striker is replaced, the condition no longer occurs. Not all FNS serial numbers are affected by this condition. Therefore, FNS owners are asked to please use the serial number lookup found below. If the pistol is affected, further instruction on returning the FNS for service will be provided. Note: Please do not ship any affected product to FN until a FedEx label has been generated and sent. If the firearm is not affected, a message stating such will be displayed.
For questions about this service bulletin or assistance in returning an FNS pistol for a substitute striker, contact the FNS support team at 1-800-635-1321, extension 145, or by email at [email protected]. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
FN Service Bulletin: FNS™ Family of Pistols | ||
Product Name: FNS™ Pistol | Model Name(s): FNS™-9 FNS™-9 Compact FNS™-9 Longslide | Model Name(s): FNS™-40 FNS™-40 Compact FNS™-40 Longslide |
Not all FNS serial numbers are affected: Therefore, FNS owners are asked to use the below link and input their serial number. If the firearm is affected, further instruction on returning the FNS for service will be provided.
Note: Please do not ship any affected product to FN until a FedEx label has been generated and sent to you. If the firearm is not affected, a message stating such will be displayed. FN is deeply committed to providing customers with the safest, most reliable firearms possible. Patience and cooperation is appreciated as we receive, inspect and service these firearms. We will make every effort to return the product back to customers within 3 weeks of receipt. For questions about the service bulletin or assistance in returning a firearm, contact the FNS Support team at 1-800-635-1321, extension 145, or by email at [email protected]. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
You will need to enter your 10 digit serial number.
To locate serial number please see figure below.
To locate serial number please see figure below.
FNS™ Service Bulletin FAQs
Q: Why is there a service bulletin on certain FNS pistols?
A: A service bulletin was issued for certain FNS pistols manufactured before February 12, 2017, to advise owners that under a very limited and unlikely set of circumstances the pistol may delay firing after the trigger has initially been pulled. While this condition is highly unlikely to occur in the normal course of operation, out of an abundance of caution, FN is offering to substitute the striker in affected FNS pistols.
Q: What is the condition that affects the FNS pistols?
A: Under a very limited and unlikely set of circumstances, FNS pistols manufactured before February 12, 2017, could delay fire after the trigger is initially pulled.
The condition may result after the FNS pistol slide is forced out of battery at a very small and specific distance, such as what might occur if the muzzle end of the slide is pressed against an object, and the trigger is pulled. The pistol functions as designed and does not fire.
However, if the condition occurs, one of two scenarios may result: (1) if the trigger is held to the rear, the pistol could delay fire until the time when the slide moves back into battery, or (2) if force is removed from the trigger and the slide moves back into battery, the pistol could fire if jarred.
In the unlikely event that scenario (2) occurs, keep the pistol pointed in a safe direction and rack the slide to the rear to reset the pistol. Avoid a “tap, rack, bang” clearing sequence.
Q: How do I know if my FNS is affected?
A: To determine if your FNS pistol is affected, please use the serial number lookup at https://www.fnmfg.com/fnsservice/
Q: How long will it take to get my FNS back?
A: It will take approximately 3 weeks to substitute the striker in your FNS and return it to you.
Q: What is the cost of this service?
Q: What if I choose not to send in my FNS for service?
A: This service bulletin is not mandatory due to the very limited and unusual set of circumstances that could cause the condition.
FN FNS™ Service Support:
Phone: 1-800-635-1321 ext. 145
E-mail: [email protected]
Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday
Phone: 1-800-635-1321 ext. 145
E-mail: [email protected]
Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday
Type of Semi-automatic rifleAutomatic rifle FN Model 1949TypePlace of originBelgiumService historyIn service1948–1982Used bySeeWars Production historyDesignerDesigned1947ManufacturerProduced1948–1961No. built176,000SpecificationsMass4.31 kg (9 lb 8 oz)Length1116 mm (43.5 in)length590 mm (23.2 in),Feed system10-round fixed, 20-round detachable box magazine in Argentine 7.62×51mm NATO conversionsSights/ OIP 4x Telescopic sight on BelgiumThe Fabrique Nationale Model 1949 (often referred to as the FN-49, SAFN or AFN) is a available as both a and as a designed by and manufactured. It was used by the militaries of Argentina, Belgium, the, Brazil, Egypt,.
The version with produced for Belgium was known as the AFN.While well regarded for its high build quality and reliability in comparison to the rifles of the time, its marketability was limited, as it was not developed in time for use in but later, as many militaries had already begun the switch to. An unknown number of FN-49's were produced as, but the small 10 round limited the usefulness of the fully automatic feature.The FN-49 found itself in direct competition with a number of more modern rifles such as the and 's own, resulting in limited sales. Egyptian SAFN with riflescopeThe contracts for the SAFN 1949 rifle started in 1948 with the first order placed by Venezuela on March 31, 1948, delivered exactly four months later. The last production contract of complete rifles was ordered by Indonesia on December 19, 1960 and delivered by February 19, 1961.Some sources claim pre-production models for demonstration and testing were produced in 1948, making rifle ready for contract orders and mass production.
Other sources however claim the rifle was trialed with the in 1947, The Netherlands Navy trials did not however lead to a sales contract.FN started looking for customers, but the communist states were not an option (as they were required to buy or build Soviet designs). The Western European nations had vast stocks of World War II firearms.
They also could get American and British weapons aid, which was inexpensive or free. So FN decided to market to the non-aligned countries, who did not want to commit to Western or Soviet doctrine, which was inevitable when accepting aid.The first contract production of the SAFN 1949 rifle was delivered to Venezuela by May 31, 1949. It composed of 2,000 rifles in caliber, with an additional 2,012 rifles including cut-away training demonstration rifles delivered by July 31, 1949. The remaining rifles of the Venezuelan contract of 8,012 rifles were sold as surplus in the United States, and are prized by US collectors, sportsmen, and hunters because of the unique features ordered by Venezuela, the general good to excellent condition of the surplus rifles, and the superb accuracy of the 7×57mm Mauser cartridge.The second contract was for the Egyptian government, consisting of 100 rifles chambered to fire the 8×57mm Mauser cartridge. It was ordered on May 30, 1948 and delivered by June 10, 1949. While initially a small contract delivery, Egypt would eventually purchase 37,602 SAFN 1949 rifles total.